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SUMMARY:CLC Camp Gorton Session 1
DESCRIPTION:Registration For Children’s Summer Camp Opens Thursday\, February 20 at 10 am!\nOur Under the Sea themed summer camp invites young adventurers ages 6 weeks to 5 years to plunge into a world of imagination\, discovery\, and play. First dive we’re looking for fish\, second dive we’re on the hunt for all the sea creatures we can find\, and third dive we’re laser-focused on all the other life forms under the sea. \nCampers will enjoy a wide variety of enriching activities including art\, sensory-based science experiments\, gardening\, music\, water play\, and outdoor exploration. Our curriculum is designed to engage curiosity and encourage development through fun\, age-appropriate experiences. Each session will wrap up with a water day and popsicles! \nWith both half-day and full-day options available\, families can choose what best suits their schedule while giving their children a summer filled with joy\, discovery\, and learning. \nJoin us this summer as we make waves\, learn about the wonders of the sea\, and create unforgettable memories! \nHow to Register: \n\nSelect Half-Day Mornings button to view options\n\nM-F: $949\nMWF $584\n\n\nSelect Full-Day Camp button to view options\n\nM-F: $1\,722.50\nMWF: $1\,060\n\n\n\nOur 2% Convenience Fee has been lowered to $10 per camp selection
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/clc-camp-gorton-session-1/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Drawing Faces Like Da Vinci Art Camp
DESCRIPTION:Unlock the secrets of one of history’s greatest artists in this unique and engaging art camp designed specifically for middle and high school students. Drawing Faces Like Da Vinci is a hands-on\, skill-building camp where young artists will learn the timeless techniques of portrait drawing inspired by Leonardo da Vinci. \nOver the course of five immersive sessions\, students will explore da Vinci’s foundational principles\, including facial symmetry\, proportion\, shading\, and the golden ratio. Guided by experienced instructors\, campers will analyze classic Renaissance works like the Vitruvian Man\, while also using modern references from fashion\, sports\, and pop culture to create fresh\, relevant portrait studies that appeal to a wide range of interests and artistic styles. \nThrough a combination of direct instruction\, guided practice\, and creative exploration\, students will develop their observational skills and artistic confidence. They’ll learn how to accurately map out the human face\, apply realistic shading techniques\, and capture individual character and expression—resulting in striking portraits that blend classical technique with modern creativity. \nThis art camp is open to all skill levels\, from beginners looking to build a strong foundation to experienced young artists seeking to refine their craft. Each participant will leave with a deeper understanding of artistic anatomy\, a greater appreciation for Renaissance art\, and a portfolio of finished\, Renaissance-inspired portrait work to be proud of. \nAges 5th – 12th Grades
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/drawing-faces-like-da-vinci-art-camp-3/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Mr. V's "Summer Camp"
DESCRIPTION:“Summer Camp” an original musical for children ages K-4th \nCelebrating the 40th anniversary of one of Mr. V.’s most beloved and enduring musicals for children!  Join us for Summer Camp\, a musical excursion into the north woods where kids arrive at fictional Camp Kisumo. Adventure and laughs await as the children doggedly persevere through four comfortless weeks while missing their parents – only to miss their beloved camp in the end. \nM-F\, June 23-27 \n 9 am-3 pm   \n$399 \nPerformance on Fri. June 27  1:00 pm \nCheck out footage from Mr. V’s class this spring. \nCostumes are provided by Gorton Drama Studio. \n \nBill Vaananen is an award-winning music educator and composer who has taught and directed elementary-aged students for over 45 years. Originally from Oklahoma\, “Mr. V.” was general music teacher at Wescott School in Northbrook for 37 years. He has written hundreds of songs and dozens of original theater works that have been performed across Chicago’s northern suburbs. Recipient of the Golden Apple Award\, IEA Human Rights Award\, National-Louis Distinguished Alumni Award for Social Justice\, and Star of Teaching Award for the State of Illinois\, Vaananen continues to perform classes and presentations for children\, weaving his original music into inspiring lessons on Nature\, history\, culture\, and adventure. \n  \n\nInstructor Madison Kisst is an actor\, director\, and theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. As an actor\, some of her credits include: American Repertory Theater\, Lyric Repertory Company\, The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville\, Utah Shakespeare Festival\, Idaho Shakespeare Festival\, Nevada Conservatory Theater\, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n \nAbout Our Artistic Director: Jeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 
URL:https://gortoncenter.org/event/mr-vs-musical-theater-camp-2025-2/
LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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SUMMARY:Mr. V's "Summer Camp" Performance
DESCRIPTION:“Mr. V’s Summer Camp”   \nPerformance on Fri. June 27  1:00 p.m. \nAdults: $10\, Kids: $5 \nCheck out footage from Mr. V’s class this spring. \nCostumes are provided by Gorton Drama Studio. \n \nBill Vaananen is an award-winning music educator and composer who has taught and directed elementary-aged students for over 45 years. Originally from Oklahoma\, “Mr. V.” was general music teacher at Wescott School in Northbrook for 37 years. He has written hundreds of songs and dozens of original theater works that have been performed across Chicago’s northern suburbs. Recipient of the Golden Apple Award\, IEA Human Rights Award\, National-Louis Distinguished Alumni Award for Social Justice\, and Star of Teaching Award for the State of Illinois\, Vaananen continues to perform classes and presentations for children\, weaving his original music into inspiring lessons on Nature\, history\, culture\, and adventure. \n  \n\nInstructor Madison Kisst is an actor\, director\, and theatre teacher. She has taught for professional theater companies across the country and for the undergraduate acting program at the University of Nevada Las Vegas. Madison has extensive training in physical and classical theatre\, voice and movement\, and devising. As an actor\, some of her credits include: American Repertory Theater\, Lyric Repertory Company\, The Great American Melodrama and Vaudeville\, Utah Shakespeare Festival\, Idaho Shakespeare Festival\, Nevada Conservatory Theater\, and Santa Cruz Shakespeare. She has her BA in Theatre Arts and Master of Fine Arts in Performance. \n  \n \nAbout Our Artistic Director: Jeremy Kruse\, Artistic Director of Gorton Drama Studio is the author of “The Young Actor’s Handbook” (Applause Acting Series\, 2017).The book was published in Korean and Chinese in 2022. Jeremy is a professional actor\, published playwright\, award-winning screenwriter\, and award-winning filmmaker. Some of the classes he taught at The Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute in New York include Method Acting\, Comedic Improvisation\, Sketch Comedy Writing\, and Acting for Film and TV. He graduated from The Strasberg Institute at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where he majored in drama. Jeremy also teaches privately\, one on one  www.jeremykruse.com and www.jeremykruseactingtraining.com 
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LOCATION:Gorton Center\, 400 East Illinois Road\, Lake Forest\, IL\, 60045
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